Current Vacancies

The main functions of this role will be to provide accounting support, data input, invoice checking and administrative duties as required by the Accounts Manager as well as management of the Hospice Pension schemes.

Key Skills / Requirements:

• Accounts technician qualification (or equivalent) or commitment to undertake same
• Previous experience of working in accounts department
• 3-5 years’ accounting / administration experience
• Previous knowledge / experience of pensions management/administration
• Experience of software such as Quickbooks / Sage Micropay (online)
• Excellent communication skills to deal with suppliers, customers, etc.
• Excellent organizational, time management and team player
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and support senior accountants
• Self-motivated, with strong attention to detail and accuracy

Closing date for receipt of all applications is 2.00 p.m., Thursday 8^th January 2026

Informal enquiries can be emailed to Ms. Colette Dodd, Accounts Manager at cdodd@galwayhospice.ie

Please contact Ann Dolan with expressions of interest at adolan@galwayhospice.ie and a detailed job description and Application Form will be issued to you.

Galway Hospice Governed Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who are interested in the above position.

Reporting to the CEO, the Financial Controller will will be responsible for the overall management of the Finance Department at the Galway Hospice Foundation.

The post holder will be responsible for a broad remit of financial, regulatory & compliance management

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Be a fully qualified Accountant and hold accreditation with ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, MAAT, MIATI or equivalent, and be a member of their accounting professional body.
• A 3rd level degree, QQI Level 8 or above in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, with evidence of recent Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• A minimum five to seven years post qualification experience in a Finance Department with a proven track record in people management;
• A strong background in financial reporting, compliance, problem solving, and process improvement.
• An experienced track record of analysing data to make recommendations on financial and organisational strategy.
• Ability to lead and develop the finance and procurement departments, currently a small team of 4 FTE staff, and work as a part of a team, specialising in various areas of financial and procurement roles.
• Experience of using, and ideally implementing, financial operating systems
• Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a good understanding and intermediate level proficiency in all other Microsoft packages.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation and communications skills
• A very high standard of personal integrity.
• An appreciation of the Hospice’s vision, purpose and values.

Closing date for receipt of the above applications is 11.00am Thursday, 8^th January 2026

Informal enquiries can be made to Ms. Mary Nash, CEO, on 091-770868 or by email at mnash@galwayhospice.ie .

Please contact Ann Dolan, Director of HR adolan@galwayhospice.ie for a detailed job description and Application Form

Galway Hospice Governed Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who are interested in the above position.

The primary role of the Health Care Assistant will be to assist members of the multidisciplinary team in providing the highest standard of physical, psychological, social and spiritual care for patients, their relatives and friends

Applicants must have:

Applicants will have:

(i)            Mandatory A QQI/ FETAC LEVEL 5 in Healthcare or equivalent is essential.

(ii)           Desirable Experience in Palliative Care and /or healthcare setting.

(iii)          Two years’ experience as Health Care Assistant.

(iv)         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

(v)          A desire to help / care for people.

(vi)         A reliable, diligent and trustworthy character.

(viii)       Treat all information confidentially and sensitively.

 

Closing date for receipt of all applications is

Wednesday 7th January 2025 @ 11.00 a.m.

Please forward your application form and cover letter to Judy Tierney, HR Business Advisor, on jtierney@galwayhospice.ie

 

Galway Hospice Foundation is an Equal Opportunities Employer

We are inviting expressions of interest from candidates to be considered for current & future vacancies. By applying now, you’ll be added to our recruitment panel, giving you priority consideration when suitable roles become available.

Join Our Nursing Panel. Make Every Moment Matter.

Full-Time, Permanent – Galway & Mayo

At Galway Hospice and Mayo Hospice, care is connection — listening, comforting, and being present in the moments that matter most.

If you’re a Staff Nurse who wants your skills to make every moment count — when people need it most — we’d love you on our panel for current and future full-time permanent roles in Galway and Mayo. By applying now, you’ll be placed on our recruitment panel for priority consideration as roles arise.

The Role

· Provide exceptional, person-centred care in our In-Patient Unit (IPU).

· Work alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team that supports you to do your best work.

· Help create a calm, compassionate environment for patients and the people important to them.

Essential Criteria

· Registered in General Nursing with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

· 12–18 months post-registration experience.

· Experience in palliative/oncology care is a plus (not essential).

· Ideally a P. Dip in Palliative Care (or related area), or willingness to complete post-probation.

· Strong teamwork, communication and organisation skills—and a warm, respectful approach to care.

Why Galway Hospice?

We’re a newly designated Section 38 organisation, offering a supportive culture, development opportunities and a career with meaning and impact.

How to Apply · Download the Job Description and Application Form.

Forward your completed Application Form and cover letter to Judy Tierney, HR Business Advisor, at jtierney@galwayhospice.ie.

Informal Enquiries: Donna Lynott — dlynott@galwayhospice.ie

 

Closing date: Monday, 3 November 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

 

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Galway Hospice is an Equal Opportunities Employer.